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21/08/2026

As we head into the last weeks of summer we wanted to revisit our Creative Freelancer’s Climate Almanac. It’s our free resource designed to support artists, producers and independent creatives to take climate action in seasonal, sustainable ways.

This summer’s record-breaking heat has presented ongoing challenges, requiring constant adaptation of ways of working while temperatures rose. Freelancers have always been adaptable, but at this time of year can sometimes feel overstretched.

Our almanac is designed to lighten the load, spark new ways of working, and remind you that you’re not alone in your climate action >> https://juliesbicycle.org/resource/creative-freelancers-climate-almanac/

The Creative Freelancer’s Climate Almanac was co-authored by freelancers, produced by Julie’s Bicycle and beautifully illustrated by Camille Etchart. It was funded by Arts Council England.

20/08/2026

The International Touring and Environmental Responsibility (ITER) programme is a free, highly recommended course for artists and performing arts organisations based in England, Scotland, Denmark and Norway.

The programme is suitable for all levels, whether you’re ready to take your first steps towards sustainable touring, or deepen your knowledge of environmental responsibility.

A couple of our ITER alumni share their experience on the programme.

Find out more and apply by Tue 1 September >> https://lnkd.in/eh7RimCt

ITER is initiated and financed by Arts Council England, Kulturdirektoratet, Creative Scotland and Statens Kunstfond. It's designed and delivered by the JB team and In futurum.

18/08/2026

Yesterday we sent a letter to the Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging him to reject the development of Rosebank Oil Field.

Approving new oil fields undermines our climate leadership, endangers our future, and fails to enhance energy security.

JB has been working to tackle the climate, nature and justice crises for almost two decades. At this pivotal moment, we urge the Prime Minister to take real climate leadership, by stopping Rosebank and directing resources towards genuine solutions for a just transition.

Read our letter in full >> https://tinyurl.com/y64j5apa

On 17 August 2026, we sent a letter to the Prime Minister, calling on him to take real climate leadership by halting Rosebank and directing resources toward genuine solutions for a just transition.

17/08/2026

Not sure which part of our International Touring and Environmental Responsibility (ITER) programme you should apply for?

Our Arts & Culture Programmes Lead Hannah Graham is here with a helping hand.

You can find out more about the programme here >> https://tinyurl.com/2jmbuazd

And you can also join our final International Touring and Environmental Responsibility programme drop in sessions online tomorrow >> https://tinyurl.com/bzm6juw6

Bring your questions & our team will provide you with everything you need to apply confidently before the programme deadline on Tue 1 Sep.

ITER is initiated and financed by Arts Council England, Kulturdirektoratet, Creative Scotland and Statens Kunstfond. It's designed and delivered by our JB team and In futurum.

14/08/2026

How is culture growing climate resilience in Mediterranean cities?

MATCH (Mediterranean As The Climate Hotspot) is a project responding to the climate crisis by connecting artists with urban community gardens.

Find out more in our latest case study from the team at D6: Culture in Transit >>

Explore the impacts of Mediterranean Climate Change through the lens of artists in this vulnerable region facing unprecedented challenges.

12/08/2026

As temperatures soar again across the UK this week it’s yet another reminder of the importance and urgency of taking collective climate action.

Nearly 400 cultural venues across the UK are already helping to protect communities by providing cool spaces for people to take a break from the heat, as part of the Cool Off In Culture campaign.

Check out The Heat Adaptation Guide for Arts and Cultural Venues, produced by Shade the UK. From operational adjustments to how you talk to your visitors, it offers practical ways to make your venue more climate resilient and provide a safe welcoming space for your community.

Add your venue to the Cool Off In Culture map, explore the Heat Adaptation Guide and take action today >> https://tinyurl.com/7nxw4nx4

Cool Off In Culture is managed in partnership by Julie's Bicycle, BFI, Live music Industry Venues & Entertainment and Arts Council England.

11/08/2026

Any Horizon Europe consortia forming to bring culture & climate together in the upcoming September calls?

We want to speak to you! >> https://tinyurl.com/8ms3ks8z

We bring decades of knowledge from the field, adaptable models for climate/culture projects, prior EU project experience & a multilingual team. Do connect with us if you want to talk more!

10/08/2026

Join us next week for our final online drop-in sessions about our International Touring and Environmental Responsibility (ITER) programme.

Perhaps you’re not sure if ITER is right for your organisation, or maybe you’re ready to apply but have some questions around commitments or funding? Whatever your question, register for the drop-in session that best matches your level of experience. We have…

📅 Pathfinders (Beginners) at 10am Tue 18 Aug
This is for participants with an interest in sustainable touring, but who are just getting started. You might have begun to notice the carbon emissions created by different approaches to touring and considered international collaboration but want to understand how it can be done with more responsibility.

📅 Changemakers (Advanced) at 11:00am Tue 18 Aug
This is for participants who have already begun embedding sustainability into their work and are ready to take the next step. You might have tested new approaches, partnerships or pilot projects or tried to influence wider changes in how your organisation or networks approach sustainable touring.

Sign up and get your questions answered >>

Interested in taking part in ITER, also known as the International Touring & Environmental Responsibility programme, but not sure it’s for you? Join a free drop-in session and get your questions answered.

06/08/2026

Great to see UK cultural venues being highlighted by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) for their role in supporting communities to stay cool and safe in the extreme heat.

Has your cultural venue joined Cool Off In Culture? It's a network of 300+ organisations across the UK offering welcoming spaces for people to rest and recharge during the hot weather.

Whether you have air conditioning, water refill points, or shaded seating - it all counts! Join today and establish your venue as a vital community hub and a leader in climate resilience >> https://tinyurl.com/yzjf2r4j

05/08/2026

There’s only 4 weeks left to apply for ITER 2026, our free online programme for artists & cultural orgs from England, Scotland, Denmark & Norway.

Join us to develop sustainable models for international touring through online seminars, networking & project funding of up to £30k.

The programme is split into 2 levels:

🌱 Pathfinders – For participants with an interest in sustainable touring but who are just getting started.

🌱 Changemakers – For applicants who've already put sustainability practices in place & want to improve them while exploring touring ecosystems, leadership & advocacy.

The programme runs between 1 Oct - 10 Dec 2026 & there are up to 60 places available across both the Pathfinder & Changemaker levels.

Find out more and apply before 1 Sep >> https://tinyurl.com/2jmbuazd

ITER is initiated and financed by Arts Council England, Kulturdirektoratet, Creative Scotland and Statens Kunstfond.

It's designed and delivered by our Julie's Bicycle team and In futurum.

📷 credit: Threshold by Mechanimal. Costume design by Natasha Soonchild. Image by Tom Bailey.